Whole30 Ovo Mexido (Brazilian Scrambled Eggs)

Transform your breakfast routine with this vibrant and healthy *Whole30 Ovo Mexido (Brazilian Scrambled Eggs)*, a paleo-friendly twist on a traditional Brazilian staple. Packed with protein and bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp green bell peppers, and fragrant cilantro, this dish is both hearty and nutritious. Sautéed onions and olive oil lay the flavor-packed foundation, while perfectly creamy scrambled eggs tie everything together. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s the ideal quick and flavor-forward start to your day. Whether you're adhering to a Whole30 diet or simply looking for a healthy breakfast option, this recipe delivers bold flavors with a touch of South American charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 medium, diced white onion
• 1 medium, diced tomato
• 0.5 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them well until the yolks and whites are fully combined. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion begins to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomato and green bell pepper, and continue to cook for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still bright in color.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and pour the whisked eggs into the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 6

Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for about 30 seconds, to slightly set at the bottom.

Step 7

Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs from the edges to the center, incorporating the vegetables as you go. Continue this process until the eggs are fully cooked, creamy, and still slightly shiny, which should take about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, stirring gently to combine.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with a few extra cilantro leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(483.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	506.9

Total Fat 33.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2048.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 156.0mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 763.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 17.8%